Funding for Startups

Around the world, Startups in time of Covid-19 are struggling to find funding to scale up faster than before and now, more than ever, the international community is planning to come together and work and learn as a whole. As the businesses on a global scale have been affected, adapting is the need of hour more than ever.

The UK government’s International Tech Hub Network is in search of early stage digital ‘tech for good’ start-ups impacted by COVID-19 to join the Go Global Webinar Series.

This is a fantastic opportunity for start-ups using technology to tackle global issues, who have identified challenges to grow and scale in light of COVID-19, to engage in a targeted global programme with startups from across the globe.

The programme will deep dive into challenges being faced, explore the best practice emerging to take them on and create a playbook of tools, tips and insights for startups to not only survive but build toward thriving in the coming weeks, months and years.

The selected startups, will be participating with a total of approximately 70 startups from India, Africa (Kenya, South Africa, Nigeria), Indonesia, Brazil & Israel allowing potential opportunities, collaboration, learnings and access to new funds.

The deadline for applications is on Friday 19th June, 2020.

The programme will deep dive into challenges being faced, explore the best practice emerging to take them on and create a playbook of tools, tips and insights for startups to not only survive but build toward thriving in the coming weeks, months and years.

Successful applicants will be invited to attend a series of virtual sessions delivered by UK and local experts on the following topics:

1. Accessing Funds & Fundraising

Learn about what investors are looking for during/post COVID-19

2. Financial Management

Focuses on approaches for adjusting finances e.g adjusting revenue models, financial forecasts and reducing costs without impact

3. Scaling and Optimisation

Focuses on the fundamental knowledge and tools for scaling businesses

4. Leadership Through Crisis

Focuses on creating highly effective remote operations, managing conflicts from a distance and maintaining motivation

5. Mastering Marketing

Focuses on sensitive yet impactful communications and COVID-19 digital marketing opportunities

6. Pitching Excellence

Focuses on the frameworks behind impactful pitches and presentations for businesses

Entries are pouring in fast. You can sign up the below mentioned contact form to receive details on your mail. Last day for submissions is june 19, 2020.

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